4th Grade Teacher

Hamilton County Schools; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Licensure

Job summary

Hamilton County Schools is seeking a passionate elementary teacher for the Chattanooga area. The role focuses on delivering standards-aligned instruction, differentiating for diverse learners, and building strong student-family relationships.

The position starts at $50,000 with the potential for additional pay under the Differentiated Compensation Plan. A Tennessee teaching license (K-5) or enrollment in a prep program is required, with benefits and licensure support available.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Tennessee K-5 teaching license or current enrollment in an accredited teacher preparation program.
• Experience in Title I or high-need school settings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess instruction aligned to Tennessee standards.
• Design engaging lessons with clear objectives and outcomes.
• Differentiate instruction for all learners.
• Collaborate regularly with colleagues and support staff.
• Build strong relationships with students and families.
• Create a well-managed, structured classroom environment.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and reflection.
• Link to full Job Descriptions.

Skills

Strong communication

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Overview

Hamilton County Schools is committed to excellence for every student. With nearly 75 schools across the district, we are focused on helping all students thrive and experience a future without limits. Learn more about our schools and our Opportunity 2030 strategic plan.

The Chattanooga School for the Arts & Sciences is a Paideia-focused magnet school that serves grades K-12, with our lower school comprised of grades K-5. We value family involvement, ongoing teacher learning, and collaboration. We encourage our teachers to take advantage of PD opportunities, which are differentiated and specific in order to ensure that our diverse students have what they need to be educated and engaged citizens of the world. In 2019, we were designated as a Reward School by the state of Tennessee, and we work each day to exceed state expectations!

We are looking for teachers who are passionate about their students, have a strong work ethic, and are eager to contribute to a team. As a teacher at CSAS, you will work hard but the work is rewarding. Our reward is seen in individual and school successes, and we see our kindergarteners grow up and graduate! We are a small school with big opportunities, and we are eager to welcome the right candidate to help our students succeed!

Responsibilities

• Plan, deliver, and assess effective instruction aligned to Tennessee state standards
• Design engaging lessons with clear objectives and measurable outcomes
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners
• Collaborate regularly with colleagues and support staff
• Build strong, respectful relationships with students and families
• Create a well-managed, structured classroom environment
• Participate in ongoing professional development and reflection
• Link to full Job Descriptions

What We’re Looking For:

• Positive, student-focused educators with strong content and classroom management skills
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving abilities
• Committed to high expectations and academic achievement for all students
• Open to feedback, coaching, and continuous growth
• Experience in Title I or high-need school settings is a plus
• Passion for supporting the whole child academically and socially

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree required
• Valid Tennessee teaching license in Elementary Education (K-5) OR current enrollment in an accredited teacher preparation program

Compensation & Additional Info:

• Salary Scale based on education and experience – starting at $50,000.00
• Eligible positions may qualify for additional pay under the Differentiated Compensation Plan
• Benefits
• Licensure

Subject to change.